6-20251014142025 JSU

Jackson State University (JSU) is seeking sealed bids for a Series 40 Electromechanical Universal Test System through its Office of Purchasing and Travel. The procurement, identified as Bid No. 25-19 (RFX #3150006534), requires a 2-column, table-top electromechanical load frame with force capabilities ranging from 100 N to 50 kN, designed for low- to medium-force monotonic testing on materials including plastics, composites, and alloys. The system must feature a single test zone, full range of fluid bath environmental simulation, and compatibility with Windows 11, 64-bit operating system. Key procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of November 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with bid opening on the same date and time, an anticipated intent to award on November 12, 2025, and projected MAGIC system approval on November 19, 2025. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specified technical requirements, with JSU reserving the right to reject any non-compliant submissions.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, though vendors must comply with Mississippi state purchasing regulations. Pricing for the contract must remain firm, with JSU benefiting from any price decreases exceeding five percent. The university is exempt from federal excise taxes and state sales or use taxes. Funding for the procurement is contingent on appropriations from the Mississippi State Legislature and receipt of state and/or federal funds, with JSU retaining contract termination rights if anticipated funds do not materialize. Vendors must submit bids either in sealed envelopes or electronically, following specific labeling and submission guidelines. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a sophisticated testing system that likely represents a significant capital investment for the university's research or engineering departments.